Fat Transplantation for Men

Cosmetic Surgery Guru

While many people think of cosmetic surgery as a group of procedures aimed at women, the truth is that more and more men are undergoing cosmetic procedures. One common procedure among men these days is the fat transplant. This procedure is designed to help eliminate wrinkles and add firmness to the lips, brow, cheeks, or chin.

A fat transplant works by removing fatty tissue from the buttocks, thighs, or other fatty areas of the body and injecting it into the area to be treated. Because this procedure uses your own natural body fat, it is not as quickly absorbed as injectable products such as collagen and Restalyne. Fat transplants last between six and twelve months, after which additional treatments are required to continue to see results.

The procedure itself is done using only local anesthesia. The fat is removed through a very small incision and is run through a centrifuge, enabling it to easily pass through a remarkably tiny needle and into the areas of skin to be treated. The recovery process is fast, and requires only that the patient massage the area several times throughout the course of the day. Patients are able to resume work and normal activity only three to four days after the procedure has been completed.

While most commonly used on the face, fat transplants can also be used on the calves, hands, triceps, and even the penis to add size and definition. Because the product comes from your own body, there is no chance of an allergic reaction. It also feels more natural than fillers and implants.

Yet another reason men undergo fat transplantation is to correct uneven fat distribution within the body. Weight loss can sometimes affect certain areas of the body while leaving others unchanged and create a sense of disproportion. Fat transplants can be used to even out fat placement within the body and restore a sense of symmetry.

In all, there are many reasons why men undergo fat transplantation. The process is remarkably safe and has few side effects. As with any procedure, complications are possible and include bleeding and infection, but these risks are small and can be greatly minimized by choosing a licensed surgeon who is experienced in performing the procedure. Fat transplants have many benefits, and whether you are looking to create definition, add size, or fight the signs of aging, it can be a remarkably successful procedure.